Patients often ask me if there is a non-medical, “natural” remedy for malar bags and eyelid Festoons. To answer this question, we need to first understand what the underlying causes are of malar bags and eyelid Festoons. Understanding Malar Mounds/Festoons “Malar Mounds” and “Festoons” are terms used to describe skin folds, edema of the lower […]
Today we’re going to talk about the sun and the ways it affects our body. When the sun shines down on the earth and warms us, it contains a number of different types of light rays. Some of the light rays allow our bodies to make Vitamin D, which is an important nutrient for our […]
Patients often ask what they can do to help improve their appearance as they age. I explain that loss of facial volume over time contributes greatly to an aged appearance, and the restoration of lost facial volume can be dramatic in changing a person’s appearance in a powerful yet natural way. One of the products […]
Are people who have cosmetic treatments inherently vain or self-absorbed? Does caring about our appearance make us shallow? As humans, we are very social beings and we yearn to connect with one another. Our faces play a large role in our non-verbal communication and affect the way we connect with others. The clothes we chose […]
The other day, I saw a patient who wanted my assistance in changing his appearance. Others often said he looked sleepy and tired even was he was feeling awake and energetic. He wanted to change his appearance to one that was more vibrant and engaging. In our conversation, he mentioned that he had always had […]
As I’ve written about before, I’ve seen more problems with fillers placed under the eyes than successes. The only times I’ve found fillers under the eyes to be useful is in the case of young individuals who have true hollowing under the eyes. Otherwise, the idea of “camouflaging” lower lid bags with fillers usually results […]
As humans, we all cherish the connection we have with other people. Sometimes with age or through birth, our faces can convey messages that are inconsistent with the way we feel inside—and this can affect the way we relate with others in the world. For instance, as we age, heaviness can appear in our upper […]
Our eyes have a large effect on the way other people see us in the world. Sometimes through birth and sometimes with age, our bodies can start to form dark circles under the eyes. This can make us appear old, sick, tired and sometimes as if we have had too much to drink. What are […]
Our skin is the largest, and one of most important, of our organs. With time, our skin can change in ways we often wish it wouldn’t. This article will take you through the changes that occur as we age, and how you can prevent or change them. How Our Skin Ages There are two main […]
As a specialist in facial rejuvenation, I’m often asked by patients what product they can use to keep themselves looking young. They typically ask about special creams, ointments, and serums. My answer to them is that the best thing people can do simply to wear sunscreen daily; it’s one of the best ways to keep […]
What Is the Difference? Many people who undergo lower eyelid surgery to improve the appearance of their lower lids are dissatisfied afterwards because of one factor which can complicate the results from lower eyelid surgery. One factor which can complicate the results from lower eyelid surgery is lower eyelid/cheek festoons and malar mounds. Festoons are […]
How often have we heard this phrase? Sometimes it’s from other people, and sometimes it’s from our own internal voice. But what exactly is it that makes us look tired? Our faces play a big role in how we communicate, and this isn’t just by the words coming out of our mouths. Our appearances play […]
I help patients from around the globe with my sun damage restoring facial rejuvenation techniques, and lately I’ve been seeing more and more patients from the United Kingdom. Many come to me for help with conditions known as lower eyelid Festoons and Malar Mounds. Curious as to why this is the case, I began to […]
Sculptra® is an amazing product for helping patients look more vibrant. It works to correct the inevitable facial volume loss we all experience as we age. Sculptra® originated from a suture material that we surgeons use in the operating room. This suture is called Vicryl and is made of Polyglycolic Acid. It was noted that […]
Injectable fillers have become a large part of many cosmetic practices in the United States. This has been driven by the ease of use and impact injectable fillers can have on reversing the signs of facial aging. In a skilled hand, these products can lead to dramatic results for patients. But in less skilled hands, […]
The logo above is associated with my practice and possesses a lot of meaning for me. It is a graphic representation of my practice philosophy of rejuvenation, which is based upon achieving powerful yet natural/subtle results for my patients through my specific methodology. Real beauty is timeless and has an instant connection with the deeper […]
As humans, we all cherish the connections we have with other people. But sometimes with age and sometimes through birth, we are left with faces that convey messages that are inconsistent with the way we feel inside. This can effect both the way we feel about ourselves and the way we relate with others. While […]
Take a look at these two photos and consider which one is the Man and which is the Woman. What did you decide? Did you say the left appeared more feminine and the right more masculine? These were the findings of many people who took this test. What were the factors that made you determine […]
Is it possible to repair over 70 years of sun damaged skin in 1 hour? Is it possible to make a cut through skin without bleeding? Is it possible to improve red spots in an outpatient procedure with no down time?Start Your Transformation! Yes, with laser skin resurfacing and special light sources. A laser is […]
Get Genetically Younger Skin Using Sciton Forever Young BroadBand LightTM Treatments There are so many claims out there by laser companies about how their treatments can help people turn back time in terms of skin aging. How are doctors and their patients supposed to be able to navigate these various claims? Breaking Down the Claims […]
Your grandma probably had them, and so did your parents. If you are looking in the mirror and see lax or sagging skin that spans from under the eye to the top of the cheekbone, you also probably have a condition called “festoons,” which is almost as common in older adults as the need for […]
Injectable fillers have become a large part of many cosmetic practices in the United States. This has been driven by the ease of use and impact injectable fillers can have on reversing the signs of facial aging. In a skilled hand, these products can lead to dramatic results for patients. But in less skilled hands, […]
The aging process can lead both men and women to develop dark circles under their eyes. There are a number of different things that cause these dark circles, but one of the most common causes is the shifting of fat from around the eyes to under the eyes. What Are “Bags,” And How Can They […]
As we age, we discover that one of the most noticeable changes to our appearance involves the eye area. Perhaps the most common complaint I receive as a specialist in cosmetic eyelid rejuvenation is that my patients have heard from others that they look sick or tired, even when they are feeling well and rested. […]
When we were young and carefree, many of us sought a “healthy tan.” We would lie out and feel the heat of the sun on our skin, trying to make our skin get darker. Some of us even sought out tanning beds. Unfortunately, we were sold a bad bill of goods when it comes to […]
